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Name	Address	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
BHG Virginia Beach Treatment Center	5715 Princess Anne Road Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual Diagnosis
BrightView Virginia Beach	101 North Lynnhaven Road Virginia Beach, VA 23452	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientIntensive Outpatient
Hampton VA Medical Center Virginia Beach VA Clinic	244 Clearfield Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientAftercare+3
Meridian Psychotherapy	4509 Whitechapel Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23455	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care OutpatientAftercareDual Diagnosis
Virginia Beach Department of Human Services – Independence Boulevard	3432 Virginia Beach Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23452	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care OutpatientDual DiagnosisIntervention
Virginia Beach Psychiatric Center	1100 First Colonial Road Virginia Beach, VA 23454	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxOutpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientDual Diagnosis
Axis Medical	4542 Bonney Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Behavioral Health Group – Virginia Beach	5715 Princess Anne Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Child and Youth Services Virginia Beach	297 Independence Boulevard Pembroke 6 Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Dominion Psychiatric Associates Turning Point IOP	2580 Potters Road Virginia Beach, VA 23454	Detox Service Setting	Levels Of Care
Pathways Center	409 Birdneck Circle Virginia Beach, VA 23451	Detox Service Setting Hospital DetoxInpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientDual DiagnosisAftercare
Pembroke 6	4752 Virginia Beach Blvd Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
Tidewater Psychotherapy Services – Cunningham Stephen MD	260 Grayson Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23462	Detox Service Setting Inpatient DetoxOutpatient Detox	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatient
VBMC – Virginia Beach Methadone Clinic	1728 Virginia Beach Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23454	Detox Service Setting Outpatient DetoxMAT	Levels Of Care InpatientOutpatientPHP+1
Virginia Beach Methadone Clinic	1728 Virginia Beach Boulevard Virginia Beach, VA 23454	Detox Service Setting Outpatient Detox	Levels Of Care Outpatient

Drug & Alcohol Detox in Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Beach combines robust community-based resources with coastal private rehab facilities.

Regulated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), the local continuum of care is managed on the ground by the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services, which operates the city’s Community Services Board (CSB).

The area has increasingly focused on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and outpatient recovery, largely driven by State Opioid Response (SOR) grants addressing the fentanyl crisis in the Hampton Roads region.

For residents seeking local detox, geography and military presence are key factors. Virginia Beach is home to NAS Oceana and neighbors major naval installations in Norfolk. As a result, military insurance (Tricare) and VA benefits play a major role in regional treatment access, with the Hampton VA Medical Center providing critical nearby detox resources for veterans.

Furthermore, individuals without insurance can access same-day behavioral health assessments and substance use disorder case management through the Virginia Beach Adult Outpatient Services at the Pathways Center.

Encouragingly, recent initiatives are bolstering local access to care. The city’s “Restore” program functions as an Office-Based Addiction Treatment Program (OBAT), providing MAT alongside peer recovery support.

Additionally, the expansion of the local Peer Drop-In Center offers extended evening hours for those navigating early recovery or waiting for residential placements, filling critical gaps in the region’s public safety net.

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Paying for Detox in Virginia Beach

For many individuals, cost is a consideration when selecting a treatment program in Virginia Beach. Cost varies and is typically based on several factors. Thankfully, there are local financial solutions and state programs that allow you to receive quality care.

How Much Does Detox Cost in Virginia Beach?

The cost of detox in Virginia Beach varies based on the level of care, the severity of withdrawal symptoms and whether services are provided in a hospital, a coastal residential facility or an outpatient clinic. Medical complexity, length of stay and medication needs can also affect the total cost.

Many residents reduce out-of-pocket expenses by using Tricare, private insurance or publicly funded community programs.

Outpatient MAT programs combine prescribed medications with counseling and support, allowing you to manage recovery while maintaining daily responsibilities. Outpatient MAT costs are influenced primarily by the prescribed medication.

$1k - $2.5k per day

Medical Detox

$500 - $1.5k per day

Inpatient Rehab

$250 - $500 per day

Outpatient Rehab

$400 - $600 per month

Methadone Treatment

Does Private Insurance Cover Detox in Virginia Beach?

Private insurance companies must comply with the Affordable Care Act, meaning that mental health and substance abuse treatment coverage must be offered on the same level as other health benefits. For this reason, the Virginia State Corporation Commission’s Bureau of Insurance oversees these programs to ensure parity compliance.

Check your coverage and network status before admission, as out-of-pocket deductibles may apply.

The most common commercial insurance companies in Virginia Beach include:

Medicare and Medicaid in Virginia Beach

Medicare

Medicare Part A covers inpatient hospital detox in Virginia Beach, while Part B covers outpatient services and MAT medications like buprenorphine. Deductibles and copays depend on the treatment setting, the services received and whether you visit a Medicare-approved facility.

Medicaid

Virginia’s Medicaid program, Cardinal Care, offers a comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Treatment Services (ARTS) benefit. This program covers inpatient detox, residential treatment and outpatient MAT for eligible Virginia Beach residents, greatly expanding access to life-saving care.

Other Ways to Pay for Detox Treatment

Unfortunately, cost can be a barrier to treatment for some individuals in Virginia Beach. To help those in need, there are several ways to pay for addiction treatment without private health insurance:

Sliding Scale Payment Systems:

The Virginia Beach Department of Human Services (the local CSB) provides assessments and outpatient addiction care using sliding scale fees based on your income and family size.

Nonprofits & Charities:

Hampton Roads has a strong network of faith-based and secular nonprofit care that provides treatment regardless of ability to pay, including the Salvation Army Hampton Roads Adult Rehabilitation Center.

Veterans Programs:

Due to the massive military footprint in Virginia Beach, veterans can access specialized federal substance use disorder treatment and detox at the nearby Hampton VA Medical Center.

State Government Programs:

Facilities receiving State Opioid Response (SOR) funds and DBHDS block grants often provide subsidized treatment or MAT services to uninsured residents across the Hampton Roads area.

Virginia Beach, Virginia Regulations and Accreditation for Detox

Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS)

The primary state licensing authority for substance use disorder treatment centers, including detox facilities, across Virginia. DBHDS ensures programs meet clinical, safety and staffing standards and administers federal opioid response grants statewide.

Website: dbhds.virginia.gov

Virginia Beach Department of Human Services

Acting as the local Community Services Board (CSB), this city department manages and oversees publicly funded mental health and substance use services. They operate local initiatives like the Pathways Center and the Restore OBAT program, ensuring they meet community needs.

Website: hs.virginiabeach.gov

Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS)

DMAS oversees Virginia’s Cardinal Care Medicaid program. Through their Addiction and Recovery Treatment Services (ARTS) benefit, they regulate the standards of care that local facilities must meet to receive Medicaid reimbursement for detox and addiction treatment.

Website: dmas.virginia.gov

Key MAT Medications and Regulatory Status in Virginia Beach

Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in Virginia Beach is regulated at both the state (DBHDS) and federal (SAMHSA) levels.

Virginia’s ARTS Medicaid benefit heavily incentivizes the integration of MAT into all levels of addiction care, requiring counseling alongside medical dispensing.

Buprenorphine:

Readily available in Virginia Beach via Office-Based Addiction Treatment (OBAT) programs like the city’s “Restore” clinic. It can be prescribed by certified providers in standard outpatient settings, significantly lowering barriers to immediate withdrawal management.

Methadone:

Heavily restricted to DBHDS-licensed and SAMHSA-certified Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs), such as the Virginia Beach Methadone Clinic. Patients generally must visit these specialized clinics daily for supervised dosing during early recovery.

Naltrexone:

Unrestricted and non-addictive, Naltrexone (Vivitrol) requires no special DEA waivers for providers. It is frequently utilized in Virginia Beach for both opioid and alcohol use disorders and is fully covered under Cardinal Care Medicaid.

Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction in Virginia Beach

Overdose prevention in Virginia Beach relies on community distribution of naloxone (Narcan), drug testing strips and Comprehensive Harm Reduction (CHR) programs.

These initiatives are authorized by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and are designed to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, reduce fatal overdoses and connect vulnerable populations in Hampton Roads to eventual detox and recovery services.

Fortunately, these services play a critical role in keeping people who use drugs alive until they are ready to engage in formal treatment.

Minority AIDS Support Services (MASS)

minorityaidssupport.org

Syringe Exchange Free Naloxone (Narcan) Distribution HIV and Hepatitis C Testing Linkage to Substance Use Disorder Treatment

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Authorized by the VDH as a Comprehensive Harm Reduction site, MASS operates out of the Hampton Roads area, serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk and Newport News. They provide stigma-free sterile needle exchanges, infectious disease testing and direct referrals to detox centers.

Virginia Beach Department of Human Services (REVIVE! Program)

hs.virginiabeach.gov

Free REVIVE! Overdose Response Training Naloxone (Narcan) Distribution Fentanyl Test Strips

The local CSB operates the state-recognized REVIVE! program. Virginia Beach residents can call the DHS Peer Warm Line to access free overdose reversal medication and testing strips anonymously, empowering the community to prevent fatal fentanyl poisonings.

Hampton VA Medical Center Harm Reduction

va.gov

Overdose Education Naloxone Kits for Veterans Linkage to VA Addiction Treatment

Serving the massive veteran population of Virginia Beach, the nearby Hampton VAMC integrates harm reduction into its medical care. They provide essential overdose education and reversal tools specifically tailored to military veterans at high risk of relapse.

Health Brigade

healthbrigade.org

Harm Reduction Counseling Syringe Exchange Safe Disposal Safer Use Supplies

While physically based in Richmond, Health Brigade is one of Virginia’s pioneering CHR programs. They serve as a vital resource network and provide regional advocacy that impacts harm reduction strategies and supply distribution networks reaching into coastal Virginia.

Detox Statistics in Virginia Beach, Virginia

The Hampton Roads region, including Virginia Beach, has been deeply impacted by the fentanyl crisis.

However, recent data highlights a significant stabilization in overdose rates due to aggressive local harm reduction and expanded Medicaid treatment access.

43% Drop in Overdose Deaths

In 2024, Virginia experienced a record 43% year-over-year decline in fatal drug overdoses, with Virginia Beach cited among the localities leading this historic reduction.

Fentanyl was involved in Over 75% of deaths

Fentanyl remained the primary driver of the addiction crisis, accounting for more than 75% of all fatal overdoses across the Commonwealth of Virginia in 2022 and 2023.

2,235 Overdoses Reversed Statewide

Comprehensive harm reduction efforts successfully reversed 2,235 overdoses in 2023—surpassing the total number of fatal overdoses recorded that same year.

FAQs About Detox in Virginia Beach, VA

How do I access state-funded detox if I live in Virginia Beach?

Virginia Beach residents can access state-funded services through the local Community Services Board at the Department of Human Services. By visiting the Pathways Center for a same-day behavioral health assessment, uninsured individuals can be connected to appropriate detox resources and sliding-scale care.

Does Tricare cover detox in Virginia Beach?

Yes. Given the heavy military presence at NAS Oceana and nearby bases, many local facilities accept Tricare. Tricare covers inpatient medical detox, intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and MAT, though a referral from your primary care manager may be required depending on your plan.

Can I get medication-assisted treatment (MAT) directly through the city?

Yes, the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services operates an Office-Based Addiction Treatment Program (OBAT) called “Restore.” This program offers MAT for opioid and alcohol use disorders, combining medication management with individual therapy and peer recovery support.

Are there local detox resources specifically for pregnant women?

Yes, Virginia Beach operates “Project Link,” a program providing intensive case management for pregnant and parenting women facing substance use disorders. They help remove barriers to detox and treatment by assisting with childcare, transportation and coordinating specialized perinatal addiction care.

How do I get free Narcan in Virginia Beach?

Virginia Beach residents can easily access free Narcan (naloxone) and fentanyl test strips by calling the local DHS Peer Warm Line at 757-402-6190. Additionally, residents can register for the state-sponsored REVIVE! training program to learn how to safely reverse an opioid overdose.

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